INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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BATTERY
6) Lower the jack and fully tighten the
nuts (to 58.0-79.5 Ib-ft [8.0-11.0
kg-m]) in a crisscross fashion with a
wrench as shown in the illustration.
Snow Tires
SIDEKICK models are equipped with all-
season tires which are designed for use
in summer and most winter conditions.
For improved traction in severe winter
conditions, Suzuki recommends mount-
ing radial snow tires on all four wheels.
Snow tires must be the same size as the
standard tires.
Batteries produce flammable hydro-
gen gas. Keep flames and sparks
away from the battery or an explosion
may occur. Never smoke when work-
ing in the vicinity of the battery.
When checking or servicing the bat-
tery, disconnect the negative cable.
Be careful not to cause a short circuit
by allowing metal objects to contact
the battery posts and the vehicle at
the same time.
To avoid harm to yourself or damage
to your vehicle or battery, follow
the jump starting instructions in the
EMERGENCY SERVICE section of this
manual if it is necessary to jump start
your vehicle.
Your vehicle is equipped with a battery
that requires infrequent maintenance.
You will never have to add water. You
should, however, periodically check the
battery, battery terminals, and battery
hold-down bracket for corrosion. Remove
corrosion using a stiff brush and ammonia
mixed with water, or baking soda mixed
with water. After removing corrosion,
rinse with clean water.
The test indicator on the top of the bat-
tery provides information on the condi-
tion of the battery.
If your vehicle is not going to be driven
for a month or longer, disconnect the
cable from the negative terminal of the
battery to help prevent discharge.
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